Off‑Lead Freedom: Private Hour‑Slice for Your Dog at Westhill Muddy Paws Open Field 1

KINTORE PRIVATE FIELD GUIDE

Off‑Lead Freedom: Private Hour‑Slice for Your Dog at Westhill Muddy Paws Open Field 1

A private, 30‑minute booking on a fully enclosed >1‑acre field where dogs can run off‑lead; this guide explains what to expect and the practical details.

Off‑Lead Freedom: Private Hour‑Slice for Your Dog at Westhill Muddy Paws Open Field 1.

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Location
Kintore
Operator
Marshall's Farm Shop
Category
Private
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Westhill Muddy Paws Open Field 1 offers exclusive access to a secure, spacious field where dogs can run off‑lead for a set 30‑minute booking. The site is designed for recall practice, puppy training, recovery work, gentle socialising or simply letting a dog stretch its legs, and the field includes shelters, picnic benches and drinking water to support your visit.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE LANDSCAPE

A fully enclosed, spacious field

Open Field 1 is a fully enclosed space—larger than 1 acre—designed so dogs can run freely off‑lead within secure fences and gates.

THE AMENITIES

Shelters, benches and water on site

All fields provide shelters, picnic benches, dog‑waste bins and a drinking water facility so you can plan short visits without needing to carry everything yourself.

THE ACCESS

Exclusive, slot‑based use for focused time

When you book a time slot you receive exclusive use of the field you reserve; bookings are limited in number and designed to let a small group of dogs and owners make the most of the space.

What the day feels like

What the half‑hour feels like

Arrive, confirm you’re at Open Field 1 and open the gate to a secure, open grass space where your dog can be off‑lead for the booking period. The short, private slot is intended for focused activities—recall practise, socialising with a couple of friends’ dogs, or a supervised run—backed up by on‑site benches and shelter if you need a break.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this booking suits — and who it doesn’t.

1
Solo dog owners or pairsIdeal for owners wanting a short, private window for training or a run—bookings are exclusive and limited to small groups of dogs.
2
Puppy and recall trainersWell suited to off‑lead puppy training or recall practice in a secure, fenced space where distractions can be managed.
3
Small groups of friends with dogsYou can bring a couple of friends and their dogs, but book with the knowledge that a maximum of five dogs is allowed per booking.
4
Families with young childrenFamilies are welcome if supervision requirements are met—at least one member of the booking must be 16 or older and all animals must be supervised.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What’s provided

Each field includes shelters, picnic tables, dog poo bins and a drinking water facility—everything needed for a short, supervised visit with your dog(s).

Group size

Bookings are intended for small groups; when reserving a slot you receive exclusive use of the field and should keep to the operator’s limits on the number of dogs.

Practical note

There are three separate field entrances but a communal parking area—double‑check your booking to ensure you use the correct gate for Open Field 1.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does a booking last?

Each booking is for 30 minutes.

How often are start times available?

Start times are available at around every 30 minutes.

How many dogs can I bring?

There is a maximum of five dogs per field per booking.

Is there an age requirement for bookers?

At least one member of each booking must be 16 years or older.

Where are the fields located and how do I find Open Field 1?

The Muddy Paws fields are on the outskirts of Westhill; driving from Westhill toward Blackburn they are on the left just after the golf course and bus stop—use the map provided with your booking and the sign at the gate to find Open Field 1.

Are there facilities on site?

Yes—each field provides shelters, picnic benches, dog poo bins and a drinking water facility.

Will I see livestock nearby?

Occasionally livestock may be seen in the fields adjacent to the Muddy Paws fields, though the Muddy Paws areas themselves are fenced.